Angela Bassett's 9-1-1 role prompted lifestyle change Angela Bassett has opened up about her health journey, admitting that she used to take good health "for granted". 28 August 2025 Angela Bassett took her health "for granted" during her younger years. Angela Bassett has recalled taking her health for granted The 67-year-old actress has admitted to having a casual attitude towards her health "as a young person". She told People: "It's something you, as a young person, take for granted. You know, you're invincible, you do anything. Eat what you like, sleep as little as you like, enjoy it all.